2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
